Composer

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Dario Marianelli

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Average_duration

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45:30

"Atonement" is a film score composed by Dario Marianelli for the 2007 film of the same name. The film was directed by Joe Wright and starred Keira Knightley and James McAvoy. The score was released on August 28, 2007, by Decca Records. The score is divided into three movements, each representing a different aspect of the film's story. The first movement, "Briony," is named after the film's protagonist and is characterized by a haunting piano melody that represents her guilt and regret over her actions. The second movement, "Two Figures by a Fountain," is a romantic and sweeping piece that represents the love between the film's two main characters, Cecilia and Robbie. The final movement, "Denouement," is a somber and reflective piece that represents the film's tragic ending. Marianelli's score for "Atonement" is characterized by its use of classical instruments, particularly the piano and strings. The score is also notable for its use of repetition, with certain melodies and motifs recurring throughout the three movements. This repetition serves to tie the score together thematically and emotionally, reflecting the film's themes of regret, love, and loss. The score for "Atonement" was widely praised by critics and audiences alike, earning Marianelli an Academy Award for Best Original Score. The score's haunting melodies and emotional depth perfectly complement the film's story, making it one of the most memorable film scores of the 21st century.

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